Every states nickname and where it comes from - Magnolia State Live This and the state’s other moniker, “The Magnolia State,” go hand in hand, as the newest state flag—signed into effect in 2021—features a large magnolia blossom representing the hospitality of Mississippians
Mississippi researchers: Invasion of Asian needle ants expanding in state Researchers at Mississippi State University are closely monitoring the expansion of the Asian needle ant, an invasive species that has established a growing presence across the Southeastern U S , including various parts of Mississippi
Mississippi Ag Commissioner Andy Gipson first Republican to announce . . . If elected governor, Gipson pledges to champion Mississippi’s $9 billion agriculture industry by protecting farmers, ranchers, loggers, and landowners from tax increases He also vowed to “identify, attack, and defeat leftist policies at the state and national levels,” guided by his Christian faith
Meridian elementary school PE teacher wins American Idol The Magnolia State has a new American Idol Meridian’s Jamal Roberts has sung his way into the history books — and the hearts of millions — as the newest winner of American Idol
Multiple bear sightings reported in populated areas in Mississippi . . . By Magnolia State Live Recent weeks have brought unusual wildlife encounters to North Mississippi, with two black bears confirmed roaming populated areas in Marshall and DeSoto counties These sightings are part of a broader pattern of bear activity across region, which includes a third recent incident in Arkansas
Mississippi man killed, several injured in mass shooting at weekend . . . By Magnolia State Live A community celebration turned tragic Saturday night when a mass shooting during the Fayette Festival left one person dead and five others injured The shooting occurred just before 11:00 p m on Main Street, as the festival was winding down
More than 4,000 fentanyl pills seized, 9 arrested in Mississippi drug . . . Authorities seized more than 4,000 fentanyl pills and 18 grams of powder fentanyl during the investigation, underscoring the increasing presence of the deadly synthetic opioid in the state The operation also netted nearly four pounds of methamphetamine and more than 20 firearms